
Hill View is a traditional single-storey cottage in Crooklands, Cumbria, sleeping up to four guests. Located in the hamlet of Millness, just 9 miles from Kendal, this quaint exposed-beam cottage is a proper home-away-from-home with a wood burner, orangery and a private wood-fired hot tub on the patio.
The surrounding countryside is classic Cumbria. Sizergh Castle is 4. 5 miles away. Scout Scar limestone escarpment is a short drive south of Kendal with easy walking paths and panoramic views across the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay from the Mushroom Shelter Viewpoint.
Inside you get two bedrooms a large king-size and a cheerful twin with two singles plus a family bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and WC.
Hill View is a traditional single-storey cottage in Crooklands, Cumbria, sleeping up to four guests. Located in the hamlet of Millness, just 9 miles from Kendal, this quaint exposed-beam cottage is a proper home-away-from-home with a wood burner, orangery and a private wood-fired hot tub on the patio.
The surrounding countryside is classic Cumbria. Sizergh Castle is 4.5 miles away. Scout Scar limestone escarpment is a short drive south of Kendal with easy walking paths and panoramic views across the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay from the Mushroom Shelter Viewpoint.
Inside you get two bedrooms a large king-size and a cheerful twin with two singles plus a family bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and WC. The open-plan kitchen and living area has a gas hob, electric oven, American-style fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
Sizergh Castle (4.5 miles), Kendal Castle (9 miles), Scout Scar viewpoint and Kendal's independent shops are all within easy reach.
Hill View suits small families and groups of friends who want a comfortable Cumbrian base with a hot tub, wood burner and EV charging on the drive.
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Crooklands, Cumbria11°C
Clear sky
Updated: 22 Jul 2026, 2:46am
Eskdale Retreat is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
44m
(144 feet above sea level)
Eskdale Retreat sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.2392490° N | Longitude: 2.714254° W
Today's sun times for Crooklands (Wednesday, 22 July 2026):
4:05am
Sunrise
7:29pm
Golden Hour
8:29pm
Sunset
This month in Crooklands, you have approximately 16.41 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Eskdale Retreat.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Hillview
Soak in the private wood-fired hot tub on the patio and take in the open Cumbrian countryside views. A real highlight.
The lounge has a cosy wood burner perfect for winding down in the evening with a glass of wine after a day out.
Start the morning with coffee in the orangery. It's light, bright and a lovely spot whatever the weather outside.
The open-plan living and dining area features traditional exposed beams giving the cottage a genuine period feel throughout.
Electric vehicle charging is available on the private driveway alongside parking for two cars. Practical and increasingly rare.
Kendal is just 9 miles away and Sizergh Castle is 4.5 miles. You're well placed for the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Hill View is located in the hamlet of Millness near Crooklands in Cumbria. The cottage is accessible from the A65 and M6 (Junction 36). Private parking for two cars is available on site along with electric vehicle charging.
The nearest railway station is Oxenholme Lake District, approximately 7 miles from the property. From there you can take a taxi directly to Hill View in Crooklands.
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